Comparison Console
Leatherman Skeletool KBx vs Victorinox Skipper Pro
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Victorinox Skipper Pro stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$69.95Cheapest
US$93.53Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
180 g (6.35 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
111 mm (4.37 in)Longest
Open length
254 mm (10.00 in)Longest
196 mm (7.72 in)Shortest
Dimensions
Width
19 mm (0.75 in)
Unknown
Thickness
13 mm (0.51 in)Thinnest
23 mm (0.91 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
6Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
PliersCombo knife bladeBottle openerWire cuttersBit driverCarabiner
Lock blade (serrated)CorkscrewCan opener with small screwdriverBottle opener with screwdriverWire insulation removerPuncher/reamerKey ringTweezersToothpickKnot loosener with spike (marlin spike)PliersWire cutterWire benderPhillips screwdriverLanyardShackle openerWire crimping toolLanyard
Plier type
Needle-nose Plier
Pliers
One-hand opening
Yes
No
Pocket clip
Yes
No
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLight outdoor useOccasional cutting tasks
Sailing and marine useEveryday carry for sailorsTasks requiring multiple tools in nautical environment
Common praise
Lightweight and easy to carrySolid build quality with stainless steel frameVersatile toolset suitable for common tasksOne-handed opening and locking blade
Robust and reliable toolset for sailing and marine tasksGood quality stainless steel blade and toolsSecure locking bladesCompact yet comprehensive tool selection
Common complaints
Limited tool count compared to larger multitoolsNot suitable for heavy-duty tasksLack of included sheath
No pocket clip for easy carryNot designed for one-handed openingRelatively heavy compared to smaller multitools